2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Caterham | MCC |
Model | Superlight R | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1820 mm |